I’m so excited about the paperback release of my book, Nothing Changes Until You Do: A Guide to Self-Compassion and Getting Out of Your Own Way. This book is filled with stories, lessons, and insights from my own life and from the lives of others – all focused on how we can have more compassion, more acceptance, and more love for ourselves.

What I’ve learned in my 40 plus years of living is that much of what we attempt to do in life is fairly simple; it’s dealing with ourselves that is often most challenging. When we practice kindness towards ourselves and learn to make peace with who we are and what’s happening right now, we’re not only able to create the kind of experiences and outcomes we truly desire, but also to have an authentic sense of joy and gratitude within ourselves, as well as in the most important relationships and activities in our lives.

With vulnerability and passion I share some of the biggest moments of awareness, challenge, and transformation I’ve experienced and some of the biggest things I’ve learned in life, especially as I’ve been actively engaged in working with people and groups of all kinds for the past 15 years.

Praise for Nothing Changes Until You Do…

“This book is filled with quick, compelling, and actionable ideas. Mike Robbins uses his personal experience to help all of us see how we can take small steps toward a better life. Reading this book will give you a new way to think about how you interact with the world.”

—Tom Rath, New York Times best-selling author of Eat Move Sleep and StrengthsFinder 2.0

“I’ve had the great pleasure to witness Mike grow as a family man and as an author. As a mentor, years ago my late husband, Richard Carlson, passed a torch to Mike whom he loved like a younger brother. Mike offers such wisdom and heart in Nothing Changes Until You Do. These pages will thoughtfully show you how to live like he does—authentically happy and grateful for every day.”

—Kristine Carlson, co-author to the #1 New York Times best-selling Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff book series

“In Nothing Changes Until You Do, Mike Robbins shares ageless wisdom that is far too often overlooked because of its seeming simplicity. Don’t be fooled! This book cover should be stamped in gold lettering: ‘Contents 100% authentic.’ Breathe deeply as these compassionate teachings open your heart.”

—Michael Bernard Beckwith, author of Life Visioning

“Nothing Changes Until You Do focuses on an important and often overlooked aspect of compassion . . . having compassion for oneself. Mike Robbins’s approach is both heartfelt and practical, which is why he continues to be such a popular speaker at Google.”

—Chade-Meng Tan, New York Times best-selling author of Search Inside Yourself, and Google’s Jolly Good Fellow

“Nothing Changes Until You Do is a powerful book that will open your mind and touch your heart. Mike Robbins’s inspiring and down-to-earth wisdom can guide you to be more compassionate, kind, and loving toward yourself and everyone else is your life.”

—Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of Happy for No Reason

“Mike Robbins has a unique ability to open people’s minds, touch their hearts, and teach valuable lessons about life and business. I have personally benefited from his work, as have so many of the people on my team.”

—Jack Calhoun, former president of Banana Republic

“Mike Robbins rocks . . . he’s definitely one of my ‘spiritual running buddies.’ Nothing Changes Until You Do is a beautiful book filled with wisdom that is both deep and accessible at the same time. By reading this book you’ll experience more kindness, love, and acceptance for yourself and others.”

—Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times best-selling author of May Cause Miracles

“Mike Robbins’s wisdom and insight are so important in both business and life. Self-compassion, as Mike reminds us in Nothing Changes Until You Do, is essential to everything we do.”

—Chip Conley, founder of Joie de Vivre Hotels and New York Times best-selling author of Peak

“Mike Robbins is a coach of the first order. If you’re looking for an honest, down-to-earth, and practical approach to bring out what is best inside yourself, read Nothing Changes Until You Do—you won’t be disappointed!”

—Tim Ryan, U.S. Congressman from Ohio and author of A Mindful Nation

“Mike Robbins lives his message. He is truly as kind, wise, generous, and joyful as he teaches us to be in Nothing Changes Until You Do—and that’s why I trust him. This guy is onto something. I don’t want to just read more of him; I want to be more like him.”

—Glennon Doyle Melton, New York Times best-selling of Carry On, Warrior and creator of Momastery.com

“Mike Robbins is the real deal. He’s honest and vulnerable, courageous and wise. He writes about real life, his personal highs and lows. By sharing himself so openly, he brings us back to ourselves, to our own life, and to what really matters most.”

—Robert Holden, Ph.D., author of Shift Happens! and Loveability

“Mike Robbins is amazing! The stories and ideas contained in the pages of this beautiful book are infused with authenticity and awareness. Reading this book is a gift for your soul.”

—Lynne Twist, co-founder of the Pachamama Alliance and author of The Soul of Money

“Mike Robbins is a master at teaching us how to become the best version of ourselves. I highly recommend you read this book and let it inspire you to be a better you so you can change the world for the better.”

—Jon Gordon, author of The Energy Bus

“Nothing Changes Until You Do is a sweet and wise book written by a sweet and wise man. Full of refreshing insight and gentle wisdom, this book reveals its secrets as Mike reveals his compassionate humanity. Easy to read, easy to relate to, and easy to inspire.”

—Frederic Luskin, Ph.D., author of Forgive for Good and director of the Stanford Forgiveness Project

“Mike Robbins has taken a unique and enlightening approach to self-compassion in Nothing Changes Until You Do. Through vulnerable and inspiring stories he not only teaches us the importance of being kind to ourselves, but exemplifies it in the process.”

—Kristin Neff, Ph.D., author of Self-Compassion

“There is no shortage of self-help books on the market. What makes Nothing Changes Until You Do different is Mike Robbins’s one-of-a-kind talent for combining the power of story with a deep understanding of human motivation and a disarming vulnerability that renders his essays at once profoundly wise and yet universally accessible. Mike’s gift is his ability to convey transformative universal truths through authentic stories that connect with readers through shared emotional experiences. Readers who want to benefit from the wisdom of contemporary philosophy along with the joy and fun of personal reflection will love this book.”

“With stirring prose and focus, Mike Robbins will empower you with the latest wisdom on self-compassion and kindness. Read Nothing Changes Until You Do. It will change your life and the lives of the people around you.”

—Dacher Keltner, Ph.D., professor of psychology at UC Berkeley and author of Born to Be Good

“Nothing Changes Until You Do is a brilliant guide to the value of changing and exquisitely loving yourself through what life brings us. Mike Robbins’s book is filled with fresh truths, shared vulnerabilities, and uncommon insights to open your heart and support you in the beauty of change and self-love.”

—SARK, author, artist, succulent wild woman, PlanetSARK.com

“Mike Robbins is a great author, speaker, and friend. We have known each other for more than 20 years and I’ve seen firsthand the ways he has inspired me and others. Whether it is motivating my staff and players or being a living example of positivism, he continues to be an influence in my life. Nothing Changes Until You Do is a wonderful book that will inspire you to live a life full of perspective!”

—AJ Hinch, manager of the Houston Astros

“Mike Robbins is a gifted storyteller. The stories, ideas, and insights he shares in Nothing Changes Until You Do are important and impactful. Like when he has come in to speak to my team at Google, Mike’s wisdom is beneficial in both business and in life.”

—Alan Moss, vice president of U.S. sales for Google

“We love Daddy’s new book and you will too!”—Samantha and Rosie Robbins